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Business Moguls Criticize Republican Tax Plans: DealBook Briefing
More business moguls come out against the Republicans’ latest stab at tax reform.
British Royal Weddings and the Barriers That Fell With Them
A look back at other weddings by members of the British monarchy highlights the scrutiny and occasional controversy that has surrounded the couples.
Prince Harry Used Princess Diana’s Diamonds in Engagement Ring
The diamonds flank a larger central stone from Botswana, where he and his fiancée, Meghan Markle, went on vacation early in their relationship.
Thanks to One Man’s Collection, Jakarta Now Has a World-Class Museum
The city’s first major modern and contemporary art museum opened this month with exhibitions drawn from the collection of its founder, Haryanto Adikoesoemo.
Critic’s Notebook: Why Plays About Sexual Assault Are Too Murky for Our Own Good
He-said, she-said ambiguities are certainly dramatic. But they also ignore hard truths that we need to hear right now.
Who Owns Art From Guantánamo Bay? Not Prisoners, U.S. Says
An art exhibition in Manhattan put detainees’ work on display. Now the Pentagon is deciding whether more art from Guantánamo Bay can be shared.
Supreme Court Weighs Streamlined Patent Challenges
The justices seemed divided on the constitutionality of a procedure that makes it easier to seek to invalidate a patent without going to court.
How Prince Harry Proposed to Meghan Markle
Prince Harry and his fiancée, Meghan Markle, an American actress and humanitarian, describe how they became engaged. Yes, he got down on one knee.
Franken on Groping Allegations: ‘I Am Sorry’
Senator Al Franken responded to allegations of sexual harassment during a news conference on Monday. “This will not happen again going forward,” he said.
The White Internet’s Love Affair With Digital Blackface
All across the internet, white people feel empowered to play around with black identity.
Nonfiction: A New Biography of the Renaissance Genius
Walter Isaacson turns his attention to Leonardo da Vinci and all his mechanical and artistic achievements.
Pakistan Strikes Deal With Islamist Protesters in Islamabad
In an agreement brokered by the army, the law minister, whom protesters accused of blasphemy, resigned in return for peace on the capital’s streets.
An Insect’s Colorful Gift, Treasured by Kings and Artists
An exhibition in Mexico City traces Mexican red, the cochineal dye that reaped riches for the Spanish crown — and entranced painters.
Children’s Books: Notable Children’s Books of 2017
The best in picture books, middle grade and young adult fiction and nonfiction, selected by the children’s books editor of The New York Times Book Review.
A Gilbert & Sullivan Jaunt to Margaritaville
The Hypocrites, a freewheeling Chicago theater troupe, has taken its popular production of “The Pirates of Penzance” around the country. Now New Yorkers can sidle up to the tiki bar.
Nonfiction: The Licentious Life and Times of Jann Wenner
In “Sticky Fingers,” the first biography of the Rolling Stone co-founder and editor, Joe Hagan holds nothing back.
Cocktails Only a Local Could Love
Seven drinks that remain steadfast favorites, but only in the regions where they were born.
Mind: Therapy for Sexual Misconduct? It’s Mostly Unproven
Some celebrities have promised to enroll in treatment following accusations of sexual impropriety. But experts say there is no proven treatment.
In Tax Debate, Gift to Religious Right Could Be Bargaining Chip
Conservative Christian leaders are edging toward a once-improbable victory, having quietly worked for years to repeal a ban on political activity by churches.
Op-Ed Contributor: ICE’s Courthouse Arrests Undercut Democracy
This immigration enforcement tactic scares people away from courthouses and harms us all.